This page has been proactively created by the USC Center for Work and Family Life
to aid our workforce in building resilience and recovering the business of the University after a major crisis or disaster

In the event of an actual crisis, the page will be updated in real time, as staff resources and technology infrastructure allow

DisasterAssistance.gov provides information on how you might be able to get help from the U.S. Government before, during and after a disaster. This site helps you:

Learn what help you might be able to apply for from 17 government agencies in Spanish and English

Find federal disaster recovery centers near your current address

Search a list of housing available for rent

Get information about your federal student loan

Get the latest news on declared disasters

Find information about:

Evacuating Finding shelter

Getting food and water

Getting medical services

Locating loved ones

Recovering and rebuilding the areas of your life that were affected by the disaster

Locate resources in your community that can help you move forward

Disaster Distress Helpline

Helpline staff provides counseling and support, including information on common stress reactions and healthy coping, as well as referrals to local disaster-related resources for follow-up care and support.

This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 via telephone and SMS (text messaging) to persons who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or man-made disasters.

These exercises, produced and read by CWFL Professional Staff, are designed to help listeners reduce tension and regain energy. They feature breathing, muscle relaxation, and guided imagery techniques. Listeners have the option of practicing these exercises with or without music, whatever their preference.

You can download these MP3 files and listen directly from your computer. You can also download them to a portable MP3 player or burn them to a CD, giving you easy access to relaxation any time, any place.

Child Care Aware® of America is proud to work with the Partnership for Disaster Preparedness, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and Save the Children to protect children before, during and after an emergency -- including traumatic events or natural disasters.

Use this online message board to communicate your status and location, or to find others impacted by the event

Searching Hospitals for a Loved One

Many hospitals will provide a Family Information Center, where it may be possible to locate a loved one's location of medical care using the regional inter-hospital reporting network named ReddiNet

American Red Cross -
Safe and Well Site

After a disaster, letting your family and friends know that you are safe and well can bring your loved ones great peace of mind. This website is designed to help make that communication easier.

Register Yourself as "Safe and Well"

Search for Loved Ones. Concerned family and friends can search the list of those who have registered themselves as "safe and well" by clicking on the "Search Registrants" button. The results of a successful search will display a loved one's first name, last name and a brief message.